SXBlue II-B GPS Rugged, Bluetooth sub-meter Mapping receiver

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SXBlue II-B GPS

Rugged, Bluetooth sub-meter Mapping receiver


The SXBlue II-B GPS is a compact GPS receiver that delivers sub-meter accuracy every second using SBAS or built-in DGPS Beacon receiver. Its integrated lightweight design makes it the ideal choice for a variety of industry applications including GIS, Forestry, Mining, Utilities, Agriculture, Survey and Environmental, at a price you can afford.
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Go Real-time, All the Time!

The SXBlue II-B GPS uses innovative technology that delivers sub-meter accuracy in real-time, all the time. There is no need for post-processing. It utilitzes SBAS corrections (WAAS/EGNOS/MSAS/ GAGAN) or DGPS Beacon corrections world-wide. Having the choice of using either SBAS or DGPS Beacon for sub-meter accuracy provides the ultimate in flexibility to keep you working sub-meter in realtime, all the time. Even in forestry applications and other difficult mapping environments where GPS reception is limited, the SXBlue II-B is designed to keep working and deliver the DGPS accuracy you need all day long.

Accuracy and Productivity in One

The SXBlue II-B GPS takes real-time accuracy a step further. Its accurate code phase measurements and leading edge multipath mitigation delivers sub- 60 cm (2dRMS, 95% confidence) positioning. With its superior tracking performance and innovative real-time positioning, that means no downtime even in harshest conditions, the SXBlue II-B maximizes your productivity by working directly within your GIS framework (ESRI, Autodesk, CMT, Integraph, MapInfo, TDS, etc.) both in the field and the office.

A Long Term Solution

Add a field computer that suits your application, an off-the-shelf software of your choice, and the SXBlue II-B GPS becomes the heart of a modular solution you can grow with. In today’s rapidly evolving technologies, its unique multi-port interface (fully independent Bluetooth, USB, RS-232 ports) helps to protect your long term investment by always allowing the use of up-to-date computer hardware, operating system and software.

Built-in DGPS RadioBeacon Receiver

Take advantage of free sub-meter DGPS corrections broadcast in more than 38 countries:

2-channel technology - tracks a back-up DGPS station when available
High sensitivity dual H-Field and GPS antenna
Fully automatic DGPS Beacon station search
Meets US Coast Guard (USCG), US Army Corps of Engineers (USCOE) and International Association of Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) requirements

Key Features

Sub-60cm, 2dRMS real-time performance
Multi-port interface (Bluetooth, USB, RS-232)
Rugged and Waterproof design
Field-replaceable Li-Ion battery pack (10+ hrs)
Battery fuel gauge
Compact and lightweight
RoHS compliant

Specification

GPS Sensor
Receiver Type	L1, C/A code, with carrier phase smoothing
Channels	12-channel, parallel tracking (10-channel when tracking SBAS)
SBAS Support	2-channel, parallel tracking WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS, GAGAN and compatible. Features SBAS Ranging.
DGPS Beacon	2-channel parallel tracking, MSK Demodulation 283.5 to 325.0 KHz @ 500Hz channel spacing Automatic, Manual, Database Station Selection <2 second warm start, <1 minute cold start
MSK Bit Rates	50, 100, 200 bps
Update Rate	2Hz default, optional 10 and 20Hz
DGPS Horizontal Accuracy	< 60cm 2dRMS, 95% confidence¹ (SBAS, Beacon) < 30cm HRMS, < 25cm CEP
Horizontal Accuracy	< 2.5m 2dRMS, 95% confidence (Autonomous, no SA)²
Optional Proprietary RTCM	< 30cm 2dRMS, 95% confidence³
Optional L1 RTK	< 2cm 2dRMS, 95% confidence³
Cold Start	60s (no almanac or RTC)
Reacquisition	< 1s
Maximum Speed	1607 km/h (999mph)
Maximum Altitude	18,288m (60,000 ft)
Communication
Ports	Bluetooth, RS-232C, USB 2.0
Bluetooth Transmission	Class 1, 250m typical range⁴
Bluetooth Frequency	2.400 – 2.485 GHz
Fully Bluetooth pre-qualified	Bluetooth 2.0
Baud Rates	4800 to 57600
Data I/O Protocol	NMEA 183, Binary
Data Output Datum	Autonomous: WGS 84 (G1150)
SBAS	ITRF-2000
DGPS Beacon (North America)	NAD 83
Timing Output	1 PPS (HCMOS, active high, rising edge sync, 10 kOhms, 10 pF load)
Event Marker Input	HCMOS, active low, falling edge sync, 10 kOhms, 10 pF load
Raw Measurement Data	Proprietary binary (Free RINEX utility)
Correction I/O Protocol	RTCM SC-104, Optional Proprietary format GPS Status LED: Power, GPS lock, DGPS position, DIFF lock, Bluetooth connection
Battery Status LED	5 LED’s bar graph
Power
Battery type	Field replaceable Lithium-Ion pack
Battery Capacity	3,900mAh. 7.2V (Average autonomy: 10+ hours)
Power Consumption	< 2.7W
Charging Time	4-5 hours (with supplied charger)
Antenna Voltage Output	5 VDC
Antenna Input Impedance	50 Ohms
Environmental
Operating Temperature	-40°C to +85°C (-40°F to +185 °F)⁵
Storage Temperature	-40°C to +85°C (-40°F to +185 °F)
Humidity	95% non-condensing
Compliance	FCC, CE, RoHS and Lead-free
Mechanical
Enclosure Material	Re-enforced Nylon
Battery Case Material	ABS
Enclosure Rating	Waterproof, IP-67
Immersion	30cm, 30 minutes
Enclosure Dimensions	14.1 x 8.0 x 5.6 cm (5.57 x 3.15 x 2.22 in.)
Weight	517g (1.14 lbs)
Data Connectors	DB-9 Female USB Type B Female
Antenna Connector	SMA Female
Micro-B Antenna
GPS Freq Range	1575 MHz ± 10 MHz
DGPS Beacon Freq Range	283.5 - 325 KHz
Gain (no cable)	26 dB ±2 dB
Noise Figure	2.5 dB Max.
Voltage/Current	5V, 55mA
Connector	SMA female
Dimensions	7.62 mm D x 7.85 mm H (3.0 in. D x 3.1 in. H)
Weight	262g (0.58 lbs)
Temperature	-40°C to +70°C
Humidity	100% Condensing
Standard Accessories
SXBlue II-B GPS Receiver Li-Ion Battery Pack (Field replaceable) Li-Ion Charger Belt/Shoulder Carrying Case Micro-B Antenna with 1.5m cable RS-232 Cable (6 ft) USB Type A/B Cable (6 ft) CD-ROM (manuals and utilities)
Field Activated Options
10Hz, or 20Hz Output Rate Base Station RTCM Output Proprietary Real-time for <30cm L1 RTK for <2cm
NOTES : 1. Depends on multipath environment, number of satellites in view, satellite geometry, baseline length (for local services) and ionospheric activities 2. Depends on multipath environment, number of satellites in view, satellite geometry and ionospheric activities 3. Option required on both base and rover. Also requires communication link between base and rover. Stated accuracies for baseline lengths of up to 5 km 4. Transmission in free space 5. Lithium-Ion battery performance degrades below -20oC (-4°F)